The Learning Center at Southfield Townhouses hosted its Christmas on the Farm event last weekend.

The event was a made possible through the collaborative efforts of Ten South Management Company, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Johnson Hill Farms and the Hopeful Hearts Club.

The community-building event offered families living at Southfield Townhouses and Hope House Homeless Shelter the opportunity to spend the day tasting hot dogs, cheese, yogurt, milk and ice cream while participating in games and educational activities.

The event was highlighted by the Manitowoc Fire Department fire truck visit with Santa, portrayed by Deputy Chief Gregg Kadow and Chief Todd Blaser. Cows were brought in from Johnson Hill Farms for attendees to interact with.

Lia Haile, the youth founder of the “Hopeful Hearts Club,” gathered donated gifts to give to children during the event. The gifts were collected during the Christmas in July Toy Drive organized by the Miracle League of the Lakeshore.

The Learning Center at Southfield Townhouses hosted its Christmas on the Farm event last weekend.(Photo: Photo courtesy of RJ Skrepenski)